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Work Experience at Anchor Systems

Last week we welcomed Barney for some Work Experience. Over his three days here he delved into both our Vulcan mechanical anchors and our Anchor Screws, as well as gaining insights into specifications and applications. Barney got the chance to try hands-on assembly and equipment use, plus vital tasks like stock counting and warehouse organisation. We’re all wishing Barney the best of luck as he pursues a level 1 Vocational Engineering course at Chichester College. If you or someone you know is looking for some Work Experience, get in contact with us today!

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JOIN US AT RIN LONDON 2024

Anchor Systems (International) Limited will be exhibiting at RIN in London on Thursday the 7th of March 2024. Register as a visitor at https://www.rinevents.co.uk/register/london/ to come and see our most recent projects and systems that are being installed countrywide and get technical advice from the team.

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WELCOMING OUR NEW RAIL MANAGER

 

With our continuous growth and Anchor Systems fast becoming the preferred supplier of ground anchoring systems within the Rail sector, we are pleased to announce that Matt Barber has joined us as Rail Manager.

Matt brings with him over 4 years of experience and a vast knowledge of systems within the Rail industry, as well as a passion for innovation and design.

 

 

We asked Matt a few questions to get to know him better:

How long have you been in the industry? I have been working in the Rail industry for the past 4 years and working with Anchor Systems for the past year and half as a supplier.

What part of your work has been the most enjoyable in that time? I’ve enjoyed being part of an ever changing industry, where innovation is taking the front foot on improvements within the rail. There is a huge investment in the Rail and I enjoy being part of this investment.

What are you most excited about in your new role here at Anchor Systems? I am excited about being part of a well established and an international leader of ground anchoring systems and being part of an excellent team. I hope to be a key member in the companies continuous growth within the Rail industry and bring my experience into my new role as Rail Manager.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? My spare time is mostly spent with my wife Becky and our 3 daughters, but when we have the time we like to travel and hope to see more of Europe and the UK.

Welcome to the team, Matt.

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Magazine Articles

Anchor Systems (International) Ltd have featured in a number of Rail Professional publications, below are the issues we have featured in this year.

Click on the images to read the relating articles:

March 2022

In the March issue, you can read about our new Quick-Stage with Anchor Screw foundations used on a Network Rail project in Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

 

May 2022

In May’s issue, read about a project where Anchor System’s Vulcan Earth anchors were used to stabilise railway bridge abutments on the A339 in Alton.

 

June 2022

In the June issue, read about our new and existing innovative level crossing and trackside systems.

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JOIN US AT RAIL LIVE 2022

 

Following the success of last year’s event, we will be back – bigger and better than before for 2022!

Find us across stands M6A – M6C where we will be showcasing our Anchor Screw products and Vulcan Earth Anchors.

Come and see some of our latest systems already in use for Network Rail, installation demos / videos, new innovations, and information on how our products can benefit your next trackside project.

 

Rail Live is the largest plant exhibition in the UK and entry is free – click HERE to book your tickets.

 

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New Hydraulic Power Pack

 

We have upgraded our range of Hydraulic Power Pack’s to include more benefits for the user.

 

  • Collapsible handle – Making it easy to manoeuvre

  • Hinged carry lid – Provides somewhere to carry hoses while still being able to easily access the engine

  • UK manufactured engine – Reliable and easily serviceable

  • 20-30L – Can be used to install Anchor Posts, Anchor Screws and Vulcan Earth Anchors

  • Available to hire or purchase

 

Download the technical information brochure HERE

 

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Are you still using concrete?

Did you know that concrete is the most destructive material on Earth?

It is the most widely used man-made material in existence. It is second only to water as the most-consumed resource on the planet. In an ever-changing world where we are trying to reduce our carbon footprint, we are overlooking one of the biggest causes. Concrete is said to be responsible for around 8% of the world’s CO2 emissions. We have focused largely over the past several years on reducing our plastic use, yet all the plastic produced over the past 60 years amounts to 8bn tonnes, the cement industry pumps out more than that every two years.

 

We are not saying never use concrete. There is a place for concrete until we find something else that compares with it without the negative impact on the environment. But why use concrete unnecessarily?

 

When looking at foundation systems, instead of digging up vast areas of earth and filling them with concrete, look at alternatives.

 

The Anchor Post and Anchor Screw are made up from 100% recycled British steel, do not require any concrete to hold them in place and there is no digging required or removing of the soil. As there is no concrete there is no drying time and installations can be completed in a single visit. The unique dome head allows for adjustments to be made easily and simply. Bespoke interface plates can be designed to suit each individual application.

On a recent project with Balfour Beatty and Network Rail (see here), our system was used instead of concrete and the below results were recorded:

 

  • 60 per cent time saving on foundation installation

 

  • 40 per cent cost saving of £369 per metre to £221 per metre (derived from man hour savings, elimination of plant requirements, reduced possession requirements)

 

  • 73 per cent embodied carbon reduction on materials, equivalent to 13,920kg CO2e and 89.4 per cent material saving

 

  • Zero on-track plant and zero water consumed

 

  • UK manufacturing and local materials, eliminating mainland European transportation miles

 

If you would like to find out more about the Anchor Post or Anchor Screw and how it can eradicate the need for concrete and make your next project a more sustainable one, then please email us or contact us on 01342 719 362.

You can also download our brochures here.

 

 

 

Sources:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-46455844

https://www.chathamhouse.org/2018/06/making-concrete-change-innovation-low-carbon-cement-and-concrete

https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2019/feb/25/concrete-the-most-destructive-material-on-earth

 

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Covid-19 Statement from Anchor Systems

Our approach to COVID-19

The senior management team of Anchor Systems (International) Ltd takes the COVID-19 threat seriously and we are taking all reasonable measures to prepare for and mitigate the risk of COVID-19 to our team members, our clients, and our business. Anchor Systems will closely monitor activities and adapt our operations to the changing environment.

 

Our employees

Anchor Systems acknowledges that employers have a vital role to play by taking the necessary action to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our employees and their families.

Our employees have received COVID-19 training and are committed to maintaining strict social distancing and hygiene standards by following the advice from the World Health Organisation and Public Health England.

 

Our office

We have taken additional precautions to protect our team in the office. Newly introduced measures include increased cleaning and disinfection, high visibility signage to maintain safe social distancing, rearrangement of the office desks with Perspex protective screens, limited access for visitors and the availability of personal protective equipment.

All visitors to our office will be asked to read this statement and agree to comply with our new working practices. All visitors must complete a Visitor’s Questionnaire to self-declare their health status as part of the governments track and trace recommendations. Any visitor who declares COVID-19 symptoms will not be permitted to visit our office.

If our employees are asked to visit a client or a partner site, they must be provided with similar COVID-19 protections from the client and they shall adhere to all regulations in addition to the government guidelines.

 

Meetings/Site visits

Meetings will, where possible, take place virtually or over the phone.
Site visits will still continue and the level of service our customers receive will not be affected. Full PPE is given to all our staff and they are also kept up to date with the latest government guidelines.

 

CPD Presentations

All CPD presentations will now be held virtually and can be booked in by emailing info@anchorsystems.co.uk

 

Our services

You can still contact us in the usual formats, either by calling our main office number (01342 719 362), or by emailing us. Our facilities and arrangements with key manufacturers and suppliers allow us to continue to support our clients fully through increased stockholding and immediate availability for most products. We are determined to continue safely providing the levels of service our clients have come to expect of us in the face of this adversity.

Irrespective of any other works that may or may not be carried out, we shall continue to attend customer sites and our sales team remains available to offer advice by phone and email.

We continue to monitor the situation closely, our best wishes go out to our clients, service partners and wider supply chain.

 

Director

Hadley Smith

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